First Day of Navratri - Worship of Mata Shailaputri and Her Story

In 2024, Navratri begins on October 3rd. On the first day of Navratri, Mata Shailaputri is worshiped. She is known as the daughter of the Himalayas, which is why she is named Shailaputri. This form of Mata Parvati is described as when she went on a penance to win Lord Shiva. It is believed that worshiping Mata Shailaputri brings determination in life and helps in focusing on all tasks. Reciting her mantra is considered very effective to please Mata, who grants success in all endeavors. On the first day of Navratri, worshiping Mata Shailaputri fulfills all kinds of wishes.

Worship Method of Mata Shailaputri

Before worshiping Mata Shailaputri, one should set up a sacred space (Chouki) for her. Place her photo on this sacred space (Chouki) and light a ghee Diya near the photo. Chant Mata's mantra during this time. The divine mantras from Durga Saptashati can also be chanted. Offer halwa and seasonal fruits as prasad to Mata.

Mantra for Meditation on Mata Shailaputri

Vande Vanchhitalabhaya Chandrardhakritashekharam
Vrisharoodham Shooladharam Shailaputreem Yashasvaneem

Mantra for Mata Shailaputri

Om Devi Shailaputryai Namah

Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu Maa Shailaputri Roopena Samsthita
Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namah Namah

Stotra for Mata Shailaputri

Pratham Durga Tvam Hi Bhavasagarah Taranim
Dhan Aishwarya Dayini Shailaputri Pranamamyaham
Trilokanani Tvam Hi Paramananda Pradiyamana
Saubhagyarogya Dayini Shailaputri Pranamamyaham
Charachareswari Tvam Hi Mahamoh Vinashini
Mukti Bhukti Dayini Shailaputri Pranamamyaham

Benefits of Worshiping Mata Shailaputri

- If there are any defects related to the moon in the horoscope, worshiping Mata Shailaputri provides significant relief.
- Her grace removes obstacles in your tasks.
- It keeps away negative energy.
- It brings benefits in career and business.
- Mata is also associated with the Muladhara chakra. Her grace balances the Muladhara chakra.